About Hans Schmidt Band
The Hans Schmidt Band has been entertaining lowcountry audiences with authentic imitation German polkas and waltzes for over ten years. From its humble Hungry Five beginnings (trumpet, trombone, tuba or base sax and two clarinets), it has grown to include drummers, a saxophone section, numerous brass players with an ecclectic collection of horns in many shapes and sizes, and an occasional accordianist. On rare occasions when all these musicians actually perform together, they call themselves the Hans Schmidt Orchestra. For Oktoberfest celebrations, though, it's usually just an extra trumpet or drums with the original five parts.If you are interested in booking the band, please contact Rick Karam at 843-884-3712.
